St James' Church of England Aided Junior School
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299
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About St James' Church of England Aided Junior School
St James' Church of England Aided Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Derby community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 299 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 300 places).
Ofsted has rated St James' Church of England Aided Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Walls, it falls under Derby local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6944th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 58 in Derby.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St James' Church of England Aided Junior School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cricket, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Film Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, St James' Church of England Aided Junior School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Reginald Street, Derby, Derby, DE23 8FQ |
| Headteacher | Daniel Walls |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 299 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.9% |
| School Capacity | 299 / 300 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6944th of 13,686
Nationally
624th of 1,353
In East Midlands
19th of 58
In Derby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St James' Church of England Aided Junior School
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Contact Information
Reginald Street, Derby
Derby, DE23 8FQ
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